2007 BMW 330 vs. 2003 Tata E
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata E would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2003 Tata E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2003 Tata E | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 330 | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |